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Large spouted basin
Egyptian
Old Kingdom, Dynasty 4, reign of Snefru to Khufu
2575–2528 B.C.
Findspot: Egypt, Giza, G 7000 X
Medium/Technique
Pottery
Dimensions
Overall: 14 x 40 cm (5 1/2 x 15 3/4 in.)
Credit Line
Harvard University—Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition
Accession Number47.2746
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CollectionsAncient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East
ClassificationsVessels
DescriptionWare type: red-brownware
Vessel type: large bowl
Profile: convex
Rim type: plain, squared
Base: round
Surface Condition: white slip; exterior scratched
Vessel Condition: repaired; complete
Decoration:
Other: pinched spout; two ledged handles
Vessel type: large bowl
Profile: convex
Rim type: plain, squared
Base: round
Surface Condition: white slip; exterior scratched
Vessel Condition: repaired; complete
Decoration:
Other: pinched spout; two ledged handles
ProvenanceFrom Egypt, Giza, G 7000 X, 1299. 1934: excavated by the Harvard University–Boston Museum of Fine Arts Expedition; assigned to the MFA in the division of finds by the government of Egypt. (Accession date: June 2, 2022)